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Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce

Savoring Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce Bliss

Experience the delightful flavors of Basil Chicken with Coconut Curry Sauce, a quick and comforting dish perfect for busy weeknights.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tropical
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 1 lb Boneless, Skinless Chicken Breasts Cut into bite-sized pieces.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil For sautéing.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 0.5 teaspoon Black Pepper
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch Optional, for browning.
For the Sauce
  • 1 can Full-fat Coconut Milk Key for a rich sauce.
  • 3 cloves Garlic Minced.
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger Minced.
  • 2 tablespoons Curry Powder For flavor.
  • 1 teaspoon Turmeric Optional.
  • 2 tablespoons Soy Sauce or Tamari
  • 1 tablespoon Brown Sugar or Honey
  • 2 tablespoons Lime Juice For brightness.
  • 0.5 cup Fresh Basil Leaves Chopped.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1 cup Bell Peppers Chopped.
  • 1 cup Snow Peas
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes For heat.
  • 0.5 cup Cilantro Chopped.

Equipment

  • Large skillet

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces. Mince garlic and ginger.
  2. Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. Add chicken and season. Sear for 5-7 minutes until golden.
  3. In the same skillet, sauté garlic and ginger. Add curry powder and turmeric. Stir for one minute.
  4. Pour in coconut milk, soy sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Simmer for 3-4 minutes.
  5. Return the chicken to the skillet, cook for 5-7 minutes until heated through.
  6. Stir in chopped basil leaves and adjust seasoning if necessary. Simmer for another minute.
  7. Serve over jasmine rice or with grilled naan.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 32gFat: 30gSaturated Fat: 21gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 550mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1000IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Customize the recipe by adding your favorite vegetables or adjust the spice levels as per family preference.

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